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Ruth 2:8 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Ruth 2:8 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ruth chapter 2 verse 8 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Then said Boaz unto Ruth, Hearest thou not, my daughter? Go not to glean in another field, neither go from hence, but abide here fast by my maidens:”
Ruth 2:8 (KJV)
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Commentary on Ruth 2:8
Boaz directly addresses Ruth with extraordinary kindness: 'Hearest thou not, my daughter? Go not to glean in another field'. The term 'my daughter' (biti) shows fatherly care despite their lack of blood relation. His command to stay in his fields provides protection and generous provision—she doesn't need to risk herself elsewhere seeking better conditions. The instruction 'keep fast by my maidens' ensures protection from harassment by male workers. In ancient contexts, women gleaning alone faced serious dangers. Boaz's provision of safe community among his female servants demonstrates practic...
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Cross-References for Ruth 2:8
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“and spoke to him”
“you whom my soul loves”
“Samuel. Samuel arose and went to Eli”
“they brought to him a man who was paralyzed”
“and said”
“brothers”
“turning around and seeing her”
“preach”